HILLSDALE — The sounds of generators and chain saws filled parts of Hillsdale throughout the day Wednesday as several hundred residents were out of power.

A strong line of storms ravaged parts of Hillsdale and Hillsdale County Tuesday night, beginning around 6:30 p.m. Heavy winds and rain knocked down trees in a six- or seven-block span south of the Hillsdale County Courthouse.

A large tree fell from the courthouse lawn, blocking West Carleton Road throughout the night.